At first glance this runic-style map appears to be decked in classic id metal, but look again: Kingpin textures adorn the walls, while id metal acts as trim. There are also swathes of discoloured planking, which looks a little strange at first. However, you'll soon get used to it.


Architecturally, it's a large two-level atrium with a split level floor and three side pods holding stairwells and heavy weapons. Curved buttresses and cutouts in the walls frame nice views of the blood red sky. This is a relatively simple, straightforward layout and you'll know it like the back of your hand in no time.

Low end/software users should give this map a miss due to r_speed issues: in the central atrium there's almost constant greyflash if you look along the long diagonal. R_speeds tended to reach 700 and above. On my box anyway.

 

DM is a slugfest with people running inside for weapons and outside again for ammo and fraggies. If your system can handle it, give the map a whirl.

A Single Player version is included which blocks off the stairwells, and you have to get runes, kill all monsters, repeat until the exit opens. Great stuff.

Score: 3/5

Reviewed by: Fat Controller